A huge new ice rink could be built in Leyton if plans are found to feasible, it has been revealed.

A study is being carried out by the Lea Valley Regional Park Authority (LVRPA) on the possible expansion of the Ice Centre in Lea Bridge Road, before alternative locations are considered.

The popular Lea Valley Ice Centre in Lea Bridge Road is now 31-years-old and is in need of renovation, according to its owners.

It was rumoured a number of sites in Waltham Forest are now being considered for a new centre.

However LVPRA chief executive, Shaun Dawson, told the Guardian it will be built elsewhere only if expansion is not deemed possible at its current location.

He said: “This feasibility study will look at options to upgrade and refurbish the existing venue as well as the suitability of potential sites within Lee Valley Regional Park for a possible new twin pad ice centre.

“Lee Valley Ice Centre is a popular and well used venue which is currently open for 19 hours every day at full capacity.

"There is currently no way to increase this capacity and enable even more people to enjoy ice skating on the single ice pad.

“Key partners and users of Lee Valley Ice Centre will be consulted on the different options.

“The feasibility study will be completed late 2015 and recommendations are scheduled to be made to Authority members in early 2016.

“Throughout this period it will be very much business as usual for everyone who enjoys visiting Lee Valley Ice Centre which caters for skaters of all standards.”

The authority confirmed there will not be a public consultation until they know whether or not they are proceeding with plans.

Mr Dawson continued: “This is a two stage process – the first is to decide if there a business case for a new ice centre.

“Then if there is a viable project we will look at the existing site’s options for refurbishment, expansion and development, as well as other sites in the Lee Valley Regional Park.

“At this point we will engage with local community groups, stakeholders, interested parties and visitors. If there is a business case, this engagement will begin in the next few months.”

When the idea of expansion into Leyton Marshes was discussed in 2013 there was a backlash from the community who want to protect the land.